Semi-Truck Accident Lawyers in Illinois

A recent study by the
American Trucking Association reported that by 2014, the transportation industry would employ 110,000
more drivers. The current shortage in skilled truckers could result in
overtired and under-trained drivers, creating hazardous conditions on
the road for other motor vehicle operators.

Already, high turnover, maintenance, and quality issues plague the commercial
trucking industry. It may only get worse, and if you have been involved
in a trucking accident in Illinois, you understand what serious issues
this could become.

While a
car accident may be devastating, commercial trucking accidents in Illinois are almost
always devastating, leaving most involved seriously injured or worse,
dead. Commercial tractor-trailers and 18-wheelers have more power to move
freight and cargo, but this additional power can also cause damage to
smaller vehicles.

Further, some trucks lack a fine degree of visibility and the ability to
brake effectively on short notice. In 2008, more than 10,000 trucking
accidents occurred. In other words, accidents do and will continue to happen.

If you have been involved in an accident involving commercial vehicles,
you may need the services of an experienced
Illinois truck accident lawyer to ensure you obtain a fair and commensurate settlement.

Protecting Your Interests

Trucking companies know how to protect their interests through their insurance
carriers. Insurance adjusters will be on the scene fast. Protect your
interests, too, and do not provide any information until you have consulted
with a trucking accident attorney in Illinois. Most importantly,
make sure the lawyer you retain works for a reputable law firm. All areas
of legal practice are unique, and only a specialized trucking accident
lawyer can best protect your rights and interests.

How Much is My Truck Accident Case Worth?

Truck accident injury claims are very different from passenger car accidents.
This is because truckers are driving while at work, meaning various commercial
policies can be in place at the time of your accident. The Federal Motor
Carrier Safety Administration requires trucking companies to follow specific
mandates to reduce the risk of accidents on the road. Commercial truckers
do not follow the same rules as drivers. If it is discovered that your
accident was caused due to a trucker or a trucking company failing to
follow these rules, it is not uncommon for claims like this to reach settlements
of over $1 million.

The following factors determine the value of your case:

Any lost wages due to your injuries

Total cost of your medical bills

Pain and suffering

Loss of companionship (if your loved one died in the crash)

Severity of your injuries

A Higher Standard of Attorney

It takes a knowledgeable and experienced Illinois semi-truck accident
attorney to understand all of the rules and regulations that apply to
trucks and commercial vehicles and to obtain a proper trucking accident
settlement in Illinois. Sam C. Mitchell & Associates employ such lawyers.

We offer free initial consultation and you pay us only if we succeed in
getting you the compensation you seek from your Illinois trucking accident
lawsuit or settlement.

Contact our law firm's lawyers today either through our
convenient online form or call (618) 505-1660. Begin your road to recovery from a trucking
accident now.

The information on this website is for general information purposes only.
Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual
case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt
or viewing does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship.

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